Mechanical Technician, Automotive, Chassis

Company Description

Applus+ IDIADA is a global partner to the automotive industry, supporting its clients in their product development activities by providing design, engineering, testing and homologation services. As a TOP Employer certified company, we have a large team of more than 3000 professionals drawn from over 22 countries, as well as an international network of subsidiaries and branch offices in 25 countries which ensures that our clients get customized, added-value solutions. IDIADA offers you the opportunity to develop a career in one of the worldwide leading automotive engineering companies.

At Applus IDIADA we are looking for talent to help us shaping the mobility of tomorrow with safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. With presence in 22 countries, we offer job positions around the world and internal / transversal mobility within the company. The automotive sector is currently living a moment of deep technological change. At IDIADA, we focus on constant innovation to adapt our services’ portfolio to an ever-changing environment. Therefore, as part of our team, we expect you to be dynamic and eager to learn and grow with us.

If you want an opportunity to challenge yourself and enhance your technical skills, to work in a thriving environment and to work alongside world-leading experts, then apply for one of our vacancies.

, Job Description

We are currently looking for afull-timeChassis and Active Safety Technician in Adelanto,CA with mandatory travel based on companyneeds.

As part of the Chassis testing team, testing technician will be responsible to execute testing and instrumentation activities as regards Chassis and Active Safety systems: ADAS, Brakes, Vehicle Dynamics and Electronic Chassis Control Systems. The role requires someone highly organized, objectively focused, and with ability to manage their own daily routine.

Responsibilities:

• Receive test vehicle, perform visual inspection and keep a vehicle receiving log.
• Organize the tests samples (vehicle and test parts).
• Install sensors and data acquisition equipment as required for each test standard.
• Configure test equipment according to the test standard.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and fix issues found during testing.
• Transport the instrumented test vehicle to the proving ground test facilities (around 120 miles roundtrip).
• Ensure that test activities are performed in accordance with the test procedures and test books/checklists. Collect and record all data necessary for the completion of the test report.
• Ensure equipment maintenance is being performed as scheduled and/or as needed to keep equipment highly functional.
• Conduct comfort evaluation driving on predetermined public roads routes.
• Drive and perform the vehicle testing at off-site customer proving ground locations.
• Record when required the videos of the vehicle test maneuvers run in the proving ground with the provided video camera.
• Report to a Test Engineer the data generated, progress and status of the tasks deployed.
  
  

(Note: These tasks are not intended to be all-inclusive. You may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the company)

Qualifications

, Qualifications

• High School Diploma; two-year technical degree or prior trade experience preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a testing environment.
• Automotive technical knowledge of main vehicle component functions and behavior.
• Experience with sensors installation, data acquisition instrumentation and objective vehicle testing is an asset.
• Knowledge of the operation of computers with various software applications including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to utilize various tools and measurement techniques.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changes in projects and a continuously evolving industry. Must be able to improvise.
• Must be a team player. Must be able to work within and across various company departments.
  
  

Additional Information

Job functions:

• Must be able to stand, walk up and down hills, bend, kneel, sit for lengthy periods, and use hands for various functions such as typing and using various hand tools.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions for long periods of time.
• Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work extended hours. Mandatory overtime and weekends may be required.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Passionate of the automotive world.
• Driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel domestically.
• Committed with strong service orientation.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license
• Proficient in driving a pickup truck/vehicle trailer combo (Class C requirements)
  
  

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (100% Premium costs paid by Company)
• Voluntary Dental insurance
• Voluntary Life insurance
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Simple IRA Plan (3% Company Match)
  
  

Schedule:

• Monday to Sunday
  
  

APPLUS IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Applus IDIADA is committed to diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.